Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty and superstar Indian cricketer KL Rahul have stepped into a new chapter of their lives, embracing parenthood. The couple has been blessed with a baby girl, with Athiya and Rahul sharing the joyous news on Instagram on Monday.
A special moment for KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty
The announcement quickly went viral, with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans, celebrities, and the cricketing fraternity. Athiya and Rahul’s joint post reads “Blessed with a baby girl… 24.03.2025,”
The announcement took everyone by surprise, and within moments, congratulatory messages started pouring in from both Bollywood and cricketing circles. Among the first to extend their wishes were Bollywood stars Kiara Advani, Arjun Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Mrunal Thakur, who showered their love and blessings on the new parents.
Several cricketers also joined in to celebrate the special occasion, including Shikhar Dhawan and Suryakumar Yadav, who extended their wishes in the comment section. Dhawan wrote, “Congrats guys!”, while Suryakumar added, “Congratulations!”, sharing their excitement for the couple’s new journey.
Athiya and Rahul’s love story has always been admired, and their intimate wedding at Suniel Shetty’s Khandala farmhouse in 2023 was a grand yet private affair, attended only by close family and friends. Now, their journey as parents begins, adding a new chapter to their beautiful relationship.
Athiya’s heartfelt post on social media confirmed the arrival of their daughter, marking a new milestone in their journey together. The couple, who tied the knot in January 2023, have been one of India’s most beloved celebrity pairs, with their relationship garnering immense admiration from both Bollywood and cricket fans.
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KL Rahul missed Delhi Capitals’ IPL 2025 opener against LSG
While the couple celebrates the arrival of their daughter, KL Rahul’s absence from Delhi Capitals’ Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opening match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam has been a major talking point.
Rahul had joined the Delhi squad just a day before the match but was deemed unavailable for selection due to personal reasons. His absence is a big blow for DC, as they look to start their IPL 2025 campaign on a strong note against his former team, LSG.
Ahead of IPL 2025, KL Rahul was released by Lucknow during the mega auction process in November 2024. He was later acquired by Delhi Capitals for INR 12 crore. The highly anticipated clash between Delhi and Lucknow was expected to feature Rahul against his former franchise, making his absence even more significant. However, fans will now have to wait for his return to the playing XI as he focuses on family commitments.
